The Sacramento Brief February 4, 2026

[NEWS]Traffic stop leads to arrest: Deputies recovered a loaded firearm and suspected narcotics during a stop near Stockton Blvd & Fruitridge Rd.Fatal Elk Grove hit-and-run: A 61-year-old man was killed while fixing a flat tire on Bruceville Rd. Police seek a Dodge pickup with front passenger-side damage.Deadly Arden-Arcade house fire: One person was found dead after a late-night fire near Watt Ave & William Way. A second person escaped with smoke inhalation. Cause under investigation.[CITY WATCH]This Valentine’s Day, Sacramento County is helping residents find a different kind of love — their soul dog.The shelter is launching “Swipe Right on Your Soul Dog: Foster Week,” allowing participants to foster a matched dog for one week before deciding to adopt.Pickups: February 12–15Decision days: February 19–22To get matched, email: [email protected]://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2026-articles/swipe-right-on-your-soul-dog-valentine-foster-week.html#gsc.tab=0[WEATHER]Today: Mostly sunny with a high near 65 and light north-northwest winds.Tonight: Mostly clear and calm, with lows around 43.[EVENTS]Test your knowledge and celebrate local history at Sacramento History Trivia Night on Wednesday, February 4th at The Trap Bar on Riverside Boulevard.This month’s theme honors Black History Month with trivia focused on Sacramento’s Black leaders, stories, and legacy.Check-in begins at 6:30 p.m. Trivia starts at 7 p.m.Cost is $10 per person, with prizes for the winning team.https://www.sachistoricalsociety.org/events-1/sacramento-history-trivia-night-1— Or explore history through art —Sacramento Valley Agriculture is now on view at the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center.The black-and-white photography exhibit runs through Saturday, February 7th.Gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday.Admission is free. The exhibit reflects on how agriculture has shaped and transformed the Central Valley.https://www.viewpointphotoartcenter.org